Cover: Carl Barks

Walt Disney Uncle Scrooge #52

Sep 1964 · Western · 0.12 USD

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In "The Great Wig Mystery," Scrooge McDuck’s latest adventure takes a wild turn when his plane crash-lands in a pile of imported European wigs, setting off a bizarre legal battle. With a pig named Scalpnick claiming to have been crushed by the wigs and awarded a fortune he didn’t earn, Scrooge finds himself tangled in a courtroom farce that’s as absurd as it is unforgettable. Written and illustrated by Carl Barks, this 1964 classic blends slapstick chaos with Barks’ signature wit, all captured in a cover by Carl Barks that perfectly mirrors the story’s zany tone.

Contains 3 stories

The Great Wig Mystery

20 pp · Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals

Uncle ScroogeDonald DuckHuey, Dewey and LouieMr. Scalpnick (Barks' pig villain)

When Uncle Scrooge’s plane crashes en route from Europe with a cargo of wigs, a scheming pig named Mr. Scalpnick spins a tale of wig-induced allergies—claiming he was crushed under the shipment and now suffers from a rare, debilitating reaction. With the help of a sympathetic jury, Scalpnick convinces the world that he’s been wronged, and demands compensation far beyond anything the planet could possibly afford. Meanwhile, Scrooge, Donald, and the nephews must find a way to clear their names before the pig’s absurd claim bankrupts them all.

The Portable Pier

4 pp · Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals

Gyro GearlooseDaisy Duck

Everybody's Got a Whistle

4 pp · Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals

Uncle ScroogeJanitor SwanHuey, Dewey and Louie (cameo)Donald Duck (cameo)Wanda Waddle (flashback)